Encyclopedia of Telecommunications: v. 13 Book

The only continuing source that helps users analyze, plan, design, evaluate, and manage integrated telecommunications networks, systems, and services, The Froehlich/Kent Encyclopedia of Telecommunications presents both basic and technologically advanced knowledge in the field. An ideal reference source for both newcomers as well as seasoned specialists, the Encyclopedia covers seven key areas--Terminals and Interfaces; Transmission; Switching, Routing, and Flow Control; Networks and Network Control; Communications Software and Protocols; Network and system Management; and Components and Processes. The Encyclopedia of Telecommunications facilitates optimal decision making regarding the o selection of networks systems and terminal components o layout of facilities o tradeoffs among voice/data/message/image/video accommodations o relationships and limitations among various telecommunication networks and systems o impact of regulatory changes on the economics and management of network and systems operations o and much more. The set will be completed with the publication of volume 18 in the spring of 1999.Read More